Race Information

Entries Open: 1 November 2021
Entries Close: 25 June 2022

All entries include a R200 per runner per day conservation fee that goes to the Kruger2Canyons Biosphere.

Your 2 Day Trail Adventure

2 Distances To Choose From

All routes are fully marked and do not require a GPS or self-navigation. Aid Stations are positioned along the route. Distances between aid stations vary from 7km to 14km.

Long Distance (70km)

The long is a notoriously tough course, mainly because day 1 takes place in steep mountainous terrain with approx 2300m of elevation gain. Stage 1 quickly earned itself the reputation of one of South Africa's toughest stages on a multiday event. Stage 2 is much easier (350m elevation gain), but not to be totally underestimated on tired legs!

Short Distance (42km)

The Marathon distance was added in 2017. Stage 1 is a tough 25km, it also climbs up the escarpment, but does not go down into the Blyde River Canyon which means it has considerably less elevation gain. To receive a finishers medal participants must finish the Long or Short Distance on both days. Finishing both days, but on different courses will earn a short distance medal.

Compulsory Gear Long & Short Distance

Depending on the weather forecast items may be removed from this list by the organisers at Race Briefing.

2.0L Hydration Capacity (Pack)
Some basic nutrition
Space Blanket
Charged Phone
Rain Jacket
Base Layer (Long Sleeve)
Headlamp for Day 1 start

The Venue

The race is hosted at Laerskool Mariepskop just outside Kampersrus, Limpopo, South Africa. Both stages Start and Finish at this venue. Camping and Dorm accommodation are available at the venue.

Packages & Meals

Biltong, burgers, steaks and potjiekos will be on offer through the weekend. Vegetarian options will also be available

Full Meal Package

You can book a meal package that covers all your meals from Friday dinner to Sunday brunch. Book meals at registration.

Runner Packages Available

You can book a runner's package and arrange your own food and accommodation. Self-camping at the venue is an option at R170 pppn. Meals can be booked separately for runners and spectators.

Single Day Runners Welcome

You can enter for just one of the two days. No race garment or medals for this option though.

Pricing

Long Distance Packages

Short Distance Packages

If you choose either the runner full package option, dormitory or tented accommodation is included in your package. This consists of a single person tent. Mattresses are included but you are required to bring your own bedding and accessories.

DIRECTIONS

Travel Times from Nearby Cities

Johannesburg/Pretoria – 450km with an ETA of 5 hr 15 min.
Hoedspruit – 30km with an ETA of 30 min.
Nelspruit – 155km with an ETA of 2 hr 21 min.

For a Google Map link, click HERE.

From Nelspruit Side

Travel on the R40 towards Hoedspruit. Shortly after the Orpen Gate turn off keep left on the R531.

After 15.2km turn left into Mare St and follow for 3.3km to Laerskool Mariepskop

From Lydenburg/Ohrigstad:

Travel on the R36 towards Hoedspruit. After going through the tunnel and descending into the Lowveld take the R527 (still towards Hoespruit). Then turn right onto the R531, a few kms after crossing the Blyde River.

Follow the R531 FOR 14.2km past the entrance road to Kampersrus, and turn left into Mare St and follow for 3.3km to Laerskool Mariepskop